Who we are
Welcome to Dive Bermuda Tech! Running right out of Somerset Bridge, with quick access to the deep Atlantic drop offs, offering the opportunity to explore the deeper and darker side of the Bermuda Triangle. As one of Bermuda’s first Technical Diving School, we frequent the pristine reefs and jaw dropping wrecks of Bermuda which have very rarely been explored!
Whether you wish to dip your toe into the realm of technical diving with Sidemount, Deep or Nitrox courses; or are keen to put your certifications to use with Guided Tech Dives, you need look no further. We pride ourselves on providing a truly tailor made experience that allows you to achieve whatever your technical diving goals may be. Top notch TDI Instructors & guides combined with our 5-star service, custom dive boat and training facility will surely leave you wanting more!
Please note we have closed our Fairmont Southampton Dive Center until late 2024 due to extensive renovations. You’re welcome to dive with us out of our Somerset location or for recreational Courses and guiding from our Grotto Bay location.
In order to secure a spot for our Tech Courses, please email us directly.
What we do
Here at Dive Bermuda Tech we offer a variety of TDI/SDI (Technical Diving International/Scuba Diving International) courses ranging from tech prerequisites such as Sidemount, Deep Diver & Nitrox Diver to more adventurous courses such as TDI Advanced Nitrox & Decompression Procedures.
Regardless of where you are in your Diving Journey, every course starts with a consultation with your Instructor where we aim to understand what your personal diving goals are. This allows us to develop a detailed, specialized and personal program for you and will definitely put you on the right track towards safely and efficiently achieving your diving dreams!
For our guests with existing Technical Diving certifications, we offer guided dives of our stunning dive sites. Prior to diving with us, we will discuss your diving interests so that we can curate a diving trip for you to dive sites that are sure to leave you yearning for more! Whether it be encountering pelagic life, exploring our stunning wrecks & reefs, cleaning up the deep lionfish population or all of the above; we certainly have the dive sites for you! An added bonus is that the majority of these sites have rarely ever been explored on SCUBA before, thus giving you a once in a lifetime experience.
In order to secure a spot for our Tech Courses, please email us directly.
Lead Technical Instructor Aayush in the Hermes, Photo Instructor Arran
Instructor Dakota at Tarpon Hole, Photo Instructor Arran
Aayush exploring the swim-throughs on the Virginia Merchant site, Photo Instructor Arran
Instructor Dakota at Hermes, Photo Instructor Arran
““Just finished a superb Nitrox training course with Aayush from Dive Bermuda in Somerset. Great new shop and tech diving facility. The course was delivered with professionalism and a passion for SCUBA and tech diving. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and feel well equipped to try out my news skills!” ”
Why you should choose Dive Bermuda Tech
Dive Bermuda has been the leading recreational dive operation for the last 35 years due to our unparalleled attention to safety and detail. Top notch diver training and five-star customer service are key components to our prescription for success!
We bring this same mentality to our Technical Diving operation. Our experienced TDI Instructors provide the highest quality training which is completely tailored to your personal diving goals and interests. We strongly believe in training leaders, not passengers
In addition, our 5-star diving facility, located right on Somerset Bridge, is fully equipped with state of the art diving equipment and gas blending stations. Dive with peace of mind knowing that the equipment you’re using, and gas you’re breathing is top tier. Our custom dive boat, Bottom Time, is specially designed for comfortable boat rides to and from our stellar dive sites and makes getting on and off the boat in heavy diving equipment a breeze!
Finally, our customer service is unmatched. We believe in going the extra mile to ensure that every one of our guests has an experience that is out of this world.
In order to secure a spot for our Tech Courses, please email us directly.
The gear we dive in
As part of our 5-star mantra, we feel that providing you with high quality diving equipment for your exploration exploits is absolutely essential.
Here at Dive Bermuda Tech we can offer our top of the line XDeep Sidemount Harnesses and Apeks first & second stage regulators.
It goes without saying that with most rental dive equipment, there is almost always a major compromise whether it be comfort or functionality.
The customizability and ingenuity behind the award winning XDeep Stealth 2.0 sidemount system will allow maximum comfort while you feel like you're diving in your own personal BCD. This combined with the use of high performance Apeks DS4/XTX50 Sidemount regulators will allow for effortless breathing and allow you to focus on nothing but the dive, even at the most demanding depths. Both of these systems are the go to for even the most adventurous explorers due to their unmatched performance, comfort and reliability.
All divers hate when equipment issues cause an unpleasant dive and we go the extra mile to ensure that your equipment never lets you down.
In order to secure a spot for our Tech Courses, please email us directly.
SDI Sidemount Course
Instructor Aayush Sidemount diving through an epic swim-through on Virginia Merchant
The SDI sidemount course is geared towards those looking to use sidemount cylinders instead of a traditional back mount unit for recreational diving purposes. Sidemount Diving vs back mount diving is generally considered to be much more comfortable due to added stability and is also much safer as you will be carrying a redundant gas source and always have access to your tank valves incase you encounter any problems while you dive. Throughout the SDI Sidemount course you will learn about gas management, equipment considerations, proper weighting and much more. Prerequisites for the course:
1. Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
2. Open Water Diver Certification
Price | $650 per person, excluding eLearning and gear rental
In order to secure a spot for our Tech Courses, please email us directly.
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The staff is very familiar with sidemout diving and their service rose to the next level. I had forgotten a small part and Aayush crafted a spare on site, in addition, he brought out some extra safety clips for boat diving that were very helpful. Captain Arran was extremely helpful post dive and an excellent driver. Our guide Will was great at leading the way on the historic Marie Celeste and then the gorgeous maze-like swim throughs of Virginia Merchant.
Great customer service and always an eye for safety. Would recommend for anyone diving in Bermuda and if you want to sidemount dive even better.”
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TDI Nitrox and Advanced Nitrox
Instructor Dakota diving in her custom Side-mount gear
When compared to the PADI Enriched Air Nitrox course, the TDI Nitrox diver course applies more focus towards the physics and physiology of different Nitrox Mixtures and its application on more complex dives of a technical nature. You can expect to learn more about how varying partial pressures of Oxygen and Nitrogen affect your body as well as how increased oxygen absorption can impact your central nervous system and pulmonary functions.
Proficient understanding of these academic concepts is crucial for those who would like to use Enriched Air Nitrox Mixtures to continue their diving education on Deep Diver courses or more advanced, technical courses:
To take this course you must meet the below prerequisites:
● Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
● Minimum certification of Open Water Diver or current enrollment in an Open Water Diver course
Price | $250 per person not including the TDI Nitrox eLearning
In order to secure a spot for our Tech Courses, please email us directly.
SDI Wreck Diver Course
Instructor Aayush On a very popular wreck- Hermes
Completing this course will be the first step in satisfying your ‘lust for rust’, and no better place to train than the Atlantic Wreck Diving Capital! Wreck diving is one of the most thrilling diving disciplines but is also one of the riskiest. Throughout this course you will learn how to maximize safety while exploring your favorite wrecks by practicing line skills, advanced navigation, and advanced communication techniques. In addition, you will gain a deeper understanding of complex dive planning, specialized equipment, and risk mitigation.
To take this course you must meet the below prerequisites:
● SDI/PADI Open Water Scuba Diver, or equivalent
● Minimum age 18, 15 for limited penetration course with parental consent
● Minimum age 10 with parental consent for a non penetration course
● Junior Open Water Divers may not participate in any penetration activities or dives deeper than 18 meters/60 feet
● Divers must have a deep diver specialty certification or be able to provide proof of experience in order to dive deeper than 18 meters/60 feet on this course
Price | $650 per person not including the SDI Wreck Diver eLearning or rental gear
In order to secure a spot for our Tech Courses, please email us directly.
SDI/TDI Beginner Courses
SDI/TDI Advanced Courses
TDI Advanced Nitrox - qualifies divers to use enriched air nitrox from EAN 21 through EAN 100 percent to a maximum depth of 40 metres/130 feet
Decompression Procedures - The TDI Decompression Procedures Course prepares you for planned staged decompression diving. With a maximum operating depth of 45 metres/150 feet, this course is your first step beyond the normal sport diving limits.
TDI Nitrox Diver- for divers wishing to utilize enriched air nitrox as a breathing gas to extend no-decompression limits at depth.
Intro to Tech- an introductory course that expands on recreational training by improving dive planning methods, in-water skills, and streamlining existing gear configurations.
SDI Sidemount - The certified diver looking to use a sidemount cylinder instead of the standard back mount unit.
SDI Wreck Diver - Individuals who wish to know more about the wreck diving
SDI Deep Diver Course - is a must for any diver wishing to explore a little more, go a little deeper, and learn the risks and benefits associated with deep diving.
SDI Solo Diver - For the certified Advanced Diver who is interested in learning how to dive independent of a dive buddy, or looking to strengthen your buddy team diving skills.
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“I’ve just completed the TDI Side Mount Training with Aayush at this new branch of Dive Bermuda in Somerset. As I’ve come to expect from this team, I received outstanding instruction from a dedicated and enthusiastic technical diving expert. This is a challenging course that not only develops competence using the side mount configuration, but prepares you to handle calmly and safely many challenging and unexpected scenarios that you may encounter as you embark on technical diving in the future. I thoroughly enjoyed it and feel confident progressing further into this branch of diving”
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Tech Diver on the Two Tugs on South Shore
TDI Diver using torch on a wreck
TDI Instructors Aayush and Dakota in Sidemount Gear
Prices for Rental gear, Courses and Dive Packages
Pack Prices
We offer a package deal for an individual diver for a minimum of six dives, the discount is applied per person. The package is $10 off per dive, applied in person on the third day of diving. You will not be able to book the dive package online- we will automatically apply it to your booking for you, in the dive center.
The dive package is applied per person and can not be split amongst a group or couple. The dive package will need to be used within a week and won’t be applied over several weeks or months.
Course Packages
Our courses can also be combined at a special price with the SDI Deep Diver, Solo Diver and or Sidemount Diver courses along with the TDI Sidemount Diver and/or Nitrox course. If you are interested in a custom course package, let us know and we will come up with a tailored plan for you.
Prices for Guided Tech Dives
2 Tank Dive | Please enquire directly with us
1 Tank Dive | Please enquire directly with us
Price includes tanks, weights, mask, snorkel and fins.
Equipment Hire
BCD | $15
Regulator | $15
Wetsuit | $15
Technical Equipment Hire
Stealth 2.0 BCD | $40
XTX50 Sidemount Regulator | $40
Both BCD and Regulator | $75
Wetsuit | $15
In order to secure a spot on our boat, please schedule your dives with us online.
Booking Policies
Diving Prerequisites
SDI/TDI Technical Course are challenging, however it will significantly expand your diving knowledge and range by putting you in a better position to plan and execute more complex dives safely. Here at Dive Bermuda Tech we believe in training leaders, not passengers.
Please note that all E-Learning must be completed at least 24 hours prior to your classroom session as this gives your instructor enough time to review any problem areas in the theory.
Please note that for all technical level courses that a checkout dive for $155 must be completed prior to the course date. The checkout dive involves a dive with your Instructor to assess your skill level and ensure that you are ready to enroll in this specific course. During your checkout dive your Instructor will ask you to demonstrate basic skills such as a Regulator Recovery, Mask Remove/Replace, SMB Deployment, etc. All skills will need to be demonstrated neutrally buoyant.
Alternatively, you are welcome to film yourself completing these skills and send through to us to waive the check out dive, it must be filmed within the last six months.
Payments
We will not be charging your credit card until the day of your check in, so please bring either your Mastercard or Visa with you.
Cancellation Policy
Please be aware that Dive Bermuda operates a 24-hour cancellation policy. Therefore, we require a minimum of 24 hours notice of cancellation on any booking. In the event that the booking is cancelled within the 24 hours of the scheduled reservation, Dive Bermuda reserves the right to charge the price of any booking.
In the event that Dive Bermuda is forced to cancel due to weather or mechanical issues you will be refunded in full.
